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Az Za‘farānah Weather in December
With daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 14°C (57°F), December in Az Za‘farānah brings pleasant temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.
Rainfall in Az Za‘farānah in December
Historically, December sees about 2 days of rain, with a monthly average of 3 mm (0.1 in). If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.
Temperature in Az Za‘farānah in December
December is a good time to be in Az Za‘farānah. Days are excellent, reaching 21°C (70°F), with nights around 14°C (57°F). December is a notable month of the winter season. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights cool down to 14°C (57°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Az Za‘farānah Temperature in December
Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
5%
Precipitation
3 mm (0.1 in)
Rainy days
2 days
Az Za‘farānah Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Az Za‘farānah in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Az Za‘farānah spanning 31 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Az Za‘farānah historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Az Za‘farānah between 1999 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- On December 23, 2025, temperatures climbed to 34°C (93°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
- The coldest December day was on December 13, 2013, with a maximum of 13°C (55°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was 6°C (43°F) (December 29, 2005).
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Az Za‘farānah in December
For Az Za‘farānah in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in Az Za‘farānah in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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